Are you craving some crazy-good Fall-off-the-Bone BBQ Ribs? These Crockpot BBQ Coca-Cola Ribs are so wildly scrumptious… they’ll bring tears to a man’s eyes!
I know you’ll also want to try these mouthwatering Root Beer BBQ Ribs, too!
Easy Crockpot BBQ Coca-Cola Ribs Recipe
You’ve just found the perfect way to add the ‘wow’ factor to dinner.
Well hello there, colossal rack of ribs. It’s so nice to ‘meat’ you!
Alysha writes: "Best ribs I've ever made!"
Believe me, this easy Crockpot BBQ Coca-Cola Ribs Recipe will help you achieve INSTANT kitchen superstar status!
These ribs are such a huge hit around my house. I can actually get into trouble if I don’t make them often enough.
Yikes!
Here’s the best part. You’ll only need 3 ingredients to make these Crockpot Ribs with Coke. It’s true!
The rich flavors of Barbecue Sauce and Coke create an unbeatable sauce combination. It will make you want to lick every last bit of sauce off your fingers.
I must admit… I know from experience!
This is what else I’ve learned from experience…
The trick for preparing perfectly tender and juicy pork ribs… is to cook your ribs low and slow in your slow cooker. Honestly… nothing could be simpler!
Using your slow cooker is the hands down the easiest way to make fall-off-the-bone delicious ribs every time.
Now you can skip right past all the hard work and still enjoy amazing ribs.
Seriously, when you know how to make perfect ribs in your Crock Pot every time, you’ll be hooked. Talk about a winner, winner, bbq rib dinner!
So are you ready to spoil your family with some amazing Barbecue Coca Cola Ribs? It’s time to skip the fancy restaurant, and have some awesome barbecue at home tonight!!
Go grab your Crockpot! I know you’re gonna love this easy recipe for Crockpot BBQ Ribs with Coke and Sweet Baby Ray’s sauce!
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Crockpot Coca Cola Ribs Ingredients
You’ll just need a few simple ingredients to make the Best Coca Cola BBQ Ribs in the Slow Cooker.
Here’s what you’ll need to pick up on your next grocery store run…
- Pork Backribs
- Barbecue Sauce
- Coca-Cola
- *optional Salt and Pepper
You’ll need a 6 – 7 quart crockpot to get the job done, too.
Trust me… it really does take just 3 ingredients in your slow cooker to prepare the most amazing ribs ever!
Is it Better to Boil Ribs Before Baking?
There’s actually no need to boil your ribs before cooking them in a slow cooker.
You’ll just place the ribs in your slow cooker and let the slow cooker do all of the work for you.
How to Make Crockpot Ribs with Coke
So what temp do I cook ribs on?
The key to delicious, fall-off-the-bone tender ribs is to cook them slow in your slow cooker as specified in this recipe.
1. To start, cut your rack of ribs in half.
2. Then salt and pepper each half before placing in the slow cooker.
3. Pour part of your sauce mixture over the ribs, then place the lid on the slow cooker and cook as specified.
4. Once done, add the remaining sauce and serve.
Enjoy!
See, I told you this would be easy!
Scroll down for the printable recipe card with detailed, step-by-step instructions.
How To Make The Best BBQ Ribs… Even Better?
Want to INSTANTLY take your juicy ribs to the next level?
Before placing them in the slow cooker, simply rub this sweet and savory Smoked BBQ Rub all over your ribs!
For even better results, generously apply the rub to the ribs the night before cooking. Then wrap the ribs in plastic wrap and let them marinate in the fridge overnight.
How do I Keep My Ribs From Drying Out?
Thanks to your ribs cooking in the cozy crockpot with lid, they’ll stay warm and moist all throughout the entire cooking process.
No basting is necessary.
Crockpot Ribs Variations
Want to change the flavors up a bit? Go for it!
Here are a few of my favorite tasty variations…
Crockpot Root Beer Ribs – swap the Coke for Root Beer
Honey Garlic Ribs – swap the Coke for sweet & tangy Honey Garlic Sauce
Slow Cooker Dr. Pepper Ribs – swap the Coke for Dr. Pepper
What To Serve With BBQ Coke Ribs
Create the ultimate bbq dinner when you serve your ribs up alongside some of these delicious dinner sides…
- Crock Pot BBQ Bacon Ranch Beans
- Easy Coleslaw Recipe with homemade dressing
- Easy Crockpot Bacon Macaroni and Cheese
- Greek Feta Cheese Fries
- Seasoned Potato Wedges
- Slow Cooker Southern Style Creamed Corn
- Sweet Skillet Cornbread Recipe
- The Best Southern Sweet Tea
- Ultimate Sweet and Sour Coleslaw
BBQ Coke Recipe Variations
Want to have more fun with this delicious BBQ Coca Cola Sauce? Go for it!
Here are a few of my favorite BBQ Coke recipe variations…
- Barbecue Coca Cola Pork Chops (just 3 ingredients)
- Slow Cooker Coca Cola Pulled Pork (perfect for sandwiches)
- BBQ Coke Kielbasa Bites (fabulous party appetizer)
- BBQ Coke Chicken Wings (always a crowd-pleaser)
- Crockpot BBQ Coke Drumsticks (kid approved!)
- Crockpot BBQ Coca Cola Chicken (super easy dinner)
- Instant Pot BBQ Coke Chicken (done fast!)
Crockpot Coca Cola Ribs Reviews
Here’s what your frugal friends are saying about this BBQ Coke Ribs recipe…
Alysha writes: “Best ribs I’ve ever made!”
Mandy writes: “So good. Fall off the bone. Family hit. No leftovers. Delish.”
Dana writes: “This turned out soooo good!”
Michelle writes: “Came out perfect. Meat fell off the bone!”
Kim writes: “Incredible!!”
Carina writes: “Delicious. Love that I already had all the ingredients.”
Natalie writes: “Very good, they were falling off the bone. I enjoy the slightly sweet taste that the coke gives them.”
Diana writes: “Love adding coke to ribs!”
Talsa writes: “These were great!! Shared recipe with co-workers.”
Sarah writes: “Another family fave. I make this often and it’s always loved.”
Shelby writes: “Fell off the bone!!! Super good. Made it for my birthday!”
DeAndra writes: “My grandparents ate up my ribs then made their own the following week. Delicious!!”
Melissa writes: “Fall off the bone amazingness.”
Taryn writes: “First time using my crock pot and I made this recipe! Super easy and yet so soooo good! The meat just slid off the bone so perfectly.”
Tabitha writes: “Added paprika. Used Dr Pepper instead of Coke. Cooked on high six hours then broiled for 6 minutes.”
Theresa writes: “Easy and the best bbq ribs recipe I have ever made! Next time I will double it!!”
Jessica writes: “I doubled the recipe and it turned out amazing!!!!”
Alexis writes: “Came out really good! Nice and tender”
Lisa writes: “I love how much extra flavor you get when you add Coke to ribs!”
Nichole writes: “Turned out great. Can’t wait to try more of these recipes in the future.”
Tori writes: “These were delicious and so tender! This recipe is definitely a keeper!”
Kristie writes: “Amazing taste and melt in your mouth tender.”
Molly writes: “Fall off the bone delicious!”
Maritza writes: “Simple recipe and it is scrumptious.”
Patty writes: “Tried these, they were great.”
Sue writes: “These ribs were awesome. It’s a keeper!”
Kara writes: “Was really good! Broiled for 2 min with extra sauce left over in the oven right before eating.”
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Easy Crockpot BBQ Coca-Cola Ribs Recipe!
Ingredients
- 3 pounds Pork Backribs
- 18 ounces Sweet Baby Ray’s Barbecue Sauce (1 bottle)
- 6 ounces Coca-Cola (use ½ of a 12 oz. can)
- 1/2 tsp Salt (Optional)
- 1/4 tsp Black Pepper (Optional)
Instructions
- Gather your ingredients.
- Cut Rib rack in half
- Sprinkle ribs with Salt and Pepper, then place in Crockpot. (or add optional BBQ Rub)
- Combine BBQ Sauce and Coke in bowl, mix well, reserve 1/2 cup, then pour remainder of sauce over ribs in Crockpot.
- Cover Crockpot with lid and cook on HIGH for 4 hours, or LOW for 8 hours, or until done.
- When ribs are done, remove from Crockpot and brush on remaining 1/2 cup of sauce before serving. ENJOY!!
- Optional: spoon sauce from Crock Pot over ribs 1-2 times while cooking to keep extra moist.
- Serve them up with your favorite sides... and ENJOY!
Notes
Crockpot Root Beer Ribs - swap the Coke for Root Beer
Honey Garlic Ribs - swap the Coke for sweet & tangy Honey Garlic Sauce
Slow Cooker Dr. Pepper Ribs - swap the Coke for Dr. Pepper
For answers to Frequently Asked Questions or tips for common substitutions and variations, please refer to the detailed information above this recipe card.
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Mariyam Batool says
I just made these homemade Reese’s peanut butter cups and they were absolutely delicious! I love that I can control the ingredients and make them a little healthier than the store-bought version. The recipe was easy to follow and the cups turned out perfectly. I will definitely be making these again and again. Thank you for sharing this recipe!
Hannah J Parrish says
Whenever I want to thaw meat, I always use cold tap water. Cover it, change the water every 30 minutes until thawed. I thawed some bacon yesterday, and it only took about 20 minutes in the water. I would imagine that ribs would only be 30-45 minutes… if they’re not completely thawed by then, they’d be pretty darn close and you could toss them on the egg.
Dena says
The only thing I had was Diet Dr Pepper. Anyone use diet soda? How did it turn out? Mine are still cooking
Nicole says
My family LOVES these! We tried using Dr. Pepper and they turned out great that way too! My husband likes them a little crispy on the outside so after they are finished he throws them on the grill for 5 minutes (about 2 min per side) just to get then crisp. THANK YOU FOR SHARING!!!
Heidi says
You’re very welcome, Nicole… so glad to hear your family loves the ribs! 🙂
Anne says
Can’t wait to try this recipe once we get home from vacation… reading all the yummy recipes on the beach – already added the ingredients to my shopping list app! Think this one will be a huge hit in our house!!!
Jackie McElveen says
Hello.
Thank you for your recipes and being so kind in responding to everyone’s questions and comments.
I just saw a post here that this recipe doesn’t call for baby back ribs, which is what’s cooking now..Oops, I should’ve paid better attention ⚠. Hopefully they turn out OK .
I’ll let you know. I’m going to check them before the 4 hours. Fingers crossed
Kedia says
Can you use KC Masterpiece BBQ sauce instead. I’m more of a fan of that than sweet baby rays
Heidi says
Hi Kedia ~ absolutely… if you prefer KC Masterpiece, you can definitely swap out the sauce. Enjoy!! 🙂
Cheryl says
Could you use boneless country style ribs? If so … would the cooking time be the same? 🙂
KADRIAN says
Amazzzzing!
Heidi says
So glad you liked it, Kadrian! 🙂
Sonya E says
I used more than six oz acciddbtly will it still turn out good.
Heidi says
Hi Sonya ~ yes… the sauce will just be runnier if using more soda. 😉
Carol says
Do you suggest using country or baby-back ribs? Also, how many does this recipe serve? Thanks!
Heidi says
Hi Carol ~ you’ll use Back Ribs for this recipe. If you’re looking for a tasty Country Ribs Recipe, be sure to check this one out:
https://thefrugalgirls.com/2015/02/easy-country-style-bbq-pork-ribs-recipe.html
Heidi says
Regarding serving size on this recipe, a typical serving size would be 3 – 4 ribs per person, so this would serve approx. 4 – 5. Enjoy!
mic says
This recipe is soeasy and yummy, thank you so much!
Mic
Heidi says
You’re very welcome, Mic… so glad you loved the ribs!
Tonya says
O my Goodness!!! Thank you so much for this recipe. I just tried it today and this is so delicious! I always use Sweet Baby Ray’s sauce for everything I BBQ but I had no idea that adding the cola would make it even better. My next attempt will be your BBQ pulled pork recipe 🙂
Heidi says
Aww ~ you’re very welcome, Tonya! Isn’t it so yummy? The pulled pork is SO delicious, too… ENJOY!
Jen says
Can i use coke zero?
Heidi says
Hi Jen ~ I haven’t tried with Coke Zero, but if you do… let me know how it turns out!
Lynn says
I have used Coke Zero, it works the same, delicious recipe
Gloria says
What’s the serving size this recipe
Heidi says
Hi Gloria ~ a typical serving size would be 3 – 4 ribs per person, so this would serve approx. 4 – 5. Enjoy! 🙂
Buster says
Wowzers!!! Cant wait ti maje these tiday fir the big game. One question. Do the ribs need to be totally covered in coke?
Heidi says
Hi Buster ~ you’ll pour the sauce over the ribs, but if some slides off that’s okay. They don’t need to be completely submerged in the sauce when cooking.
Buster says
That’s kind I have made them twice now (Superbowl and Easter) BEST RIBS EVER!!! Only one problem… I ever have leftovers.
Thanks
Heidi says
Aww ~ so glad you liked them, Buster! We never have any leftovers here, either! 😉
Judy says
I am almost obsessed with Sweet Baby Ray’s sauces but my fave is the honey chipotle!! I am anxious to try the cola/BBQ sauce with chicken, I KNOW it will be fantastic!!
Heidi says
Isn’t Sweet Baby Ray’s crazy delicious?? 🙂 It’s my favorite!
Colleen says
Has anyone tried using Dr pepper? Do you think that will taste ok?
Heidi says
Hi Colleen ~ I think it should work just fine! I use the BBQ / Dr. Pepper mixture on chicken, and it’s delicious!! 😉
Lydia M says
Have you tried using root beer with this?
Heidi says
Hi Lydia ~ substituting Root Beer for the Coke works great, too! 🙂
ash says
Are they frozen or thawed?
Heidi says
Hi Ash ~ you’ll use thawed ribs. Enjoy! 🙂
candice says
Can beef ribs be substituted? Would it turn out okay?
Heidi says
Hi Candice ~ I haven’t tried yet with Beef Ribs, but it should work. The cook time may vary, being that the ribs are different in size… so just keep an eye on them. If you try this, let me know how it turns out!
kim says
Love your crock Pot recipes!!! 🙂
Heidi says
Aww ~ thanks, Kim… so glad you’re enjoying the recipes! 🙂
Katrina says
Can you use pepsi?
Heidi says
Hi Katrina ~ yes… you can substitute Pepsi for Coke. ENJOY! 🙂
diane williams says
Looks easy I wantto try this the next time I want ribs Thanks
Wini says
Coca Cola! What a Great idea! I should try that next time!!! Thank you!!
Lisa says
Hi! Do you have a preference between country-style ribs, baby back ribs or spare ribs? Also, is 3 lbs enough for 8 people? THANKS!
brandon says
Thanks for the recipe.this is GOOD!
Heidi says
You’re very welcome, Brandon… so glad you liked it!
Trish says
can you marinade the ribs overnight in this mixture then drop in slow cooker (w marinade) to cook the next day?
Heidi says
Absolutely, Trish… that works great, too! ENJOY! 😉
Veronica says
Oh my word! Thanks for the yummy crockpot recipes! You ladies rock!
Heidi says
Aww ~ thanks so much for the sweet comment, Veronica! Hope you enjoy all the crockpot recipes! 🙂
Ashley says
How long do you cook them for the ribs..
Heidi says
Hi Ashley ~ you’ll cook on High for 4 hours, or Low for 8 hours, or until done. Hope that helps!
Viki says
Can you use diet coke?
Heidi says
Hi Viki ~ I haven’t tried yet with Diet Coke, but if you do… let me know how it turns out! 😉
Denise Burns says
I wouldn’t use diet sodas. I think the sugar in the soda is what gives the flavor to the meat.